Research & Development

System Engineer Product Development

location_on Switzerland
business On-Site
schedule Full-Time 100%

About Evatec


Welcome to the "Thin Film Powerhouse"!

Evatec specializes in designing, developing, producing, and selling high-tech thin film deposition equipment for the semiconductor, advanced packaging, optical, and optoelectronics markets.
Our multinational team of scientists, engineers, and support staff in Switzerland is complemented by a global network of sales and technical support staff across 15 countries in Europe, Asia, and North America.

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What you can expect from us

  • beach_access 5 weeks holiday
  • access_time 42-hour work week with flexitime and home office options
  • desktop_mac State-of-the-art workplaces
  • account_circle Flat hierarchies for better communication and collaboration
  • free_breakfast Canteen and self-catering options at our Layers Cafe

  • directions_car Free covered parking
  • tram Good public transport connections
  • monetization_on Variety of discounts (e.g., fitness center memberships, car purchases, mobile phones, computers, etc.)
  • chat Language Training Programmes
  • people Company and team events to foster the spirit

Job Description

Are you curious to understand how complex technologies interact and eager to shape products beyond individual components? As a System Engineer Product Development, you take technical ownership of a product throughout its entire lifecycle. You connect requirements, mechanics, electronics, and software into a coherent system and drive its evolution together with Product Management. This is where systems thinking, technical leadership, and product ownership come together.

What you will be doing

  • check Own and evolve products: you take technical ownership of a product portfolio, drive its development throughout the entire lifecycle, and coordinate the implementation of new features, technologies, and improvements together with the engineering disciplines
  • check Translate requirements into solutions: you analyse customer, market, and business requirements, derive system specifications, and ensure consistent implementation across mechanics, electronics, and software
  • check Solve problems sustainably: you investigate technical issues at system level, coordinate root cause analyses, and develop sustainable solutions together with subject matter experts
  • check Provide technical leadership: you coordinate the disciplines of mechanics, electronics, and software, facilitate technical decisions, and ensure the overall system remains aligned with product objectives
  • check Shape product strategy: you work closely with Product Management, assess technical opportunities and risks, prepare decision-making foundations, and support the strategic development of the product portfolio

What you should bring

  • check Technical education: you hold a degree or advanced qualification (HF, FH, ETH, University) in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field
  • check Systems mindset: you bring 3 to 8 years of experience in plant engineering, product development, or a technically demanding industrial environment
  • check Analytical approach: you enjoy diving into complex technical challenges, identifying root causes, and maintaining a clear view of the overall system
  • check Strong communication skills: you work confidently across different disciplines, drive topics forward, and proactively engage with relevant stakeholders
  • check Language proficiency: you communicate fluently in both German and English and feel comfortable working in an international environment

Start Your Journey

1

Your Application

Upload your CV online and answer two short questions – you’ll receive a confirmation right away.

2

First Introduction

We review your documents and invite you to an initial online meeting if there’s a good fit.

3

Visit Us

In a second meeting, you’ll get to know the team, your future tasks and our culture better.

4

It’s a Match

We discuss the next steps and clarify any remaining questions.

5

Welcome to Evatec

We’re excited to welcome you to the team and start this journey together!

Is it a match?

For further information please contact

Veronique Dölger | Recruiting Specialist | hr.eag@evatecnet.com

p.s. applications submitted via recruitment agencies are not considered